The Eichfeld Genealogy and Family Tree Page

Welcome to the Eichfeld Family page at Surname Finder, a service of Genealogy Today. Our
editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with
user-contributed information and web sites for the Eichfeld surname.
As additional sources for vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page
is updated to offer the best list for researching Eichfeld ancestry.
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Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Eichfeld ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know Was my Eichfeld ancestor was married more than once?, then read this frequently asked question.

Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable.
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Start exploring this online Eichfeld family history resource today.

There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Eichfeld ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Eichfeld DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Eichfeld ancestors were related, it can easily prove if they weren't. Be sure you understand what types of research issues each different DNA test can address before you spend any money. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Eichfeld research, read "Basics of DNA Family History Research".

There is more to exploring your Eichfeld ancestry than just gathering a bunch of names and dates. Understanding where your ancestors lived, how they were employed, and what they did for fun, may give you a better appreciation of your heritage. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing Where can I find prisoner information for my Eichfeld black sheep ancestors? is always useful.

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Networking with Eichfeld Researchers

If you are doing genealogy research in a particular town or region distant from where you live, you may want to consider posting a message board query requesting a lookup; often local volunteers or residents are willing to lend a hand, but remember to be specific in your request and be respectful of others' time. The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Eichfeld queries.

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at Genealogy Today. Your web page may appear once its content has been reviewed by our editors.

Upcoming Eichfeld Family Reunions

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Eichfeld family history, which provides opportunities to share stories and visit cemeteries or old home sites; you may even want to consider as a one-day activity, having each family take on the task of gathering information from the local courthouse, school district, public library, etc. -- this, of course, requires advance planning and assignment, but could generate considerable interest and results. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Eichfeld reunion.

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Suggested use: Print a copy of this free research checklist, and keep track of the
Eichfeld genealogy resources that you visit. If your web browser does not print the date on
the bottom, remember to record it manually. Today is 09/Dec/2016.